Senior CNC Machinist

Jobot; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Strong reputation

Modern equipment

Career growth

Team collaboration

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist in California to set up and run 3- to 5-axis CNC milling processes on tight-tolerance parts used in aerospace and defense projects.

You will read engineering drawings, select tooling, perform offsets, and conduct first article inspections, ensuring dimensional accuracy and high quality. A strong background in Fanuc controls and multi-axis mills is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience and strong setup skills.
• Proficiency with Fanuc controls and multi-axis mills.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret GD&T.
• Experience with calipers, micrometers and height gauges.
• Aerospace/defense or high-precision manufacturing background preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC milling machines.
• Read drawings, blueprints, and GD&T requirements.
• Select tooling, perform offsets, and optimize processes.
• Conduct first article and in-process inspections.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain dimensional accuracy and quality standards.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to reduce scrap.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

GD&T interpretation

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Quality awareness

Tools

Fanuc controls

Multi-axis CNC milling

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Job details:

Great opportunity for a CNC Machinist who wants challenging work, tight-tolerance parts, career growth, and exposure to aerospace, defense, and advanced manufacturing projects.

Salary: $40 - $56 per hour

A bit about us:

We are a precision manufacturing company specializing in high-tolerance grinding and machining solutions for customers that demand exceptional quality, accuracy, and reliability. Our team supports complex manufacturing projects where attention to detail, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement are critical to success. Operating in a modern machining environment, we take pride in producing precision components that meet some of the highest standards in the industry. Our culture is built around teamwork, accountability, quality, and a commitment to delivering outstanding results for our customers.

Why join us?

• Competitive hourly compensation with overtime opportunities
• Stable, growing company with a strong reputation for quality workmanship
• Work on challenging, high-precision components and projects
• Modern equipment and a clean manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to contribute your expertise and make a direct impact
• Collaborative team culture where skilled machinists are valued
• Career growth opportunities for top performers
• Exposure to complex machining processes and continuous improvement initiatives
• Join a company that prioritizes craftsmanship, precision, and customer satisfaction
• Be part of a close-knit team where your contributions are recognized and appreciated

Job Details

• Set up and operate 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC milling machines.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T requirements.
• Select tooling, perform offsets, and optimize machining processes.
• Conduct first article and in-process inspections.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain quality standards and ensure dimensional accuracy.
• Work closely with manufacturing and quality teams to improve efficiency and reduce scrap.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience.
• Strong CNC setup and troubleshooting experience.
• Experience operating multi-axis CNC mills.
• Proficiency with Fanuc controls.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation.
• Experience using calipers, micrometers, indicators, height gauges, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Aerospace, defense, or high-precision manufacturing experience preferred.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.